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ICE trikes are built to order, so you can choose components
that suit your needs. All trikes come with derailleur gear systems as standard,
but you can easily upgrade to hub gears.

Hub gears have all the working parts inside a sealed unit,
so they are very reliable and require virtually no maintenance. Hub gears are
very easy to operate and can be shifted at any time, even under load or
standing still. This is especially useful for novice riders or cycling in hilly
terrain.

A range of systems are available on ICE trikes including the
SRAM Dual Drive, Alfine 8, and Rohloff Speedhub.

The SRAM Dual Drive is a unique system that combines a
three-speed gear hub with a traditional 9 speed cassette body all controlled by
a single shifter. The system gives you 27 gears, so you’ll only need a single
chainring on the chainset.

The Alfine 8-speed hub is very easy to use and has all the
gears needed for most terrain. If you ride in hilly terrain consider combing
the Alfine with three chainrings on the chainset. This combination requires two
shifters, so is a little more complex, but you will have the benefits of a very
wide range of gears.

The Rohloff Speedhub has 14 gears with even increments of
13.6% making it possible to ride continuously at peak performance. The Speedhub
can only be used in conjunction with a single chainring, but the overall range
of the hub means that you always have access to the right gear regardless of
the terrain.

So, if you are looking for an easy to use, virtually
maintenance free gear system, consider configuring your trike with hub gears.

This article was written by Adam Thomas, a mechanic at Saddle Safari, Marlow, England.

"We have been dealing with ICE for nearly two years now and to celebrate we thought we would share one particular success story that I’m sure most of our regular customers will be aware of with the owner of Saddle Safari, Andy. Andy had an exploratory operation on a spinal tumour in 2012 which led to spinal damage and lower body paralysis. Later more tumours were found in the brain and spine and a diagnosis of NF2 was made. Desperate to get back out and experience the freedom that a bike provides, Andy started to research recumbent trikes and one brand that stuck out was ICE Trikes. On an impulse he bought an Adventure trike without test riding and he hasn’t looked back since.

Once it arrived the first impression was, ‘how are we going to put this together?!’ All our mechanics are well versed in the art of bicycle building and maintenance however some of the trike specific parts and accessories had us stumped. Not that Mike likes to admit but he had to read the instructions – something he hasn’t had to do for a while. Once started, it took him 3 and a half hours to build but the end result was worth it.

Straight away the trike became a very important part of Andy’s life, giving him the freedom to ride to the shop on his own accord, bike rides with his young family and taking Barry the dog out for his walks. We were all so impressed with the quality of the trike that we took the decision to stock them which proved a wise move as they have become a successful addition to Saddle Safari. In Andy’s case the move to three wheels was a necessity however you may be surprised to know we get a 50/50 split between disabled customers that need them and able bodied customers who just want the stability, comfort and speed they offer.

The ICE Full Fat is a radical new trike with real off-road credentials. Rock, mud, sand, snow, rooty trails and gnarly track, the ICE Full Fat is built to tackle it all.

The
ICE Full Fat FS evolved from an ICE custom-made trike, which was ridden across
Antarctica to the South Pole in December 2013. Elements of the original, like
the heat-treated 4130 chromoly frame and oversized rims and tyres have been
combined with components suited to tackle a range of off-road conditions. On
this version they include a Rohloff XL 14-speed gear hub, Tektro hydraulic disc
brakes, and suspension front and rear. The C.F.T. hinge allows the trike to be
folded for easier transportation to the trail.

The
ICE Full Fat is an expedition-tough trike, for wherever you want to ride.

True to its custom-build roots, each ICE Full Fat trike will be made to order at the ICE factory in England. This gives enthusiasts the option to customise parts and components, ensuring the best combination for their riding style.

ICE reserves the right to change product specifications at any time without incurring obligations. US dollar prices do not include state taxes, optional equipment not included within the basic price. UK pound (&pound) Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price MSRP includes VAT at 20%. For details on full pricing terms and conditions for your market please see our pricelists which can be found in the downloads section of the trike model pages.